Progressive Mass

Protect Massachusetts Communities Phone Bank
2026-02-26 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-02-19 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom
Protect Massachusetts Communities Phone Bank
Our state elected leaders. MUST take action NOW to protect Massachusetts communities from ICE’s violence. ICE is not welcome in our state.
– Ensure our police don’t assist ICE
– Don’t turn police agents into ICE agents
– Fund legal help to fight deportations.

"Power Lunch" Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 2/26/26
2026-02-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
“Power Lunch” Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 2/26
What comes after calling your state rep and state senator? Getting others to do so as well.
Join Progressive Mass for our “Power Lunch” phone bank series, where we will be building our collective power in service of a better Commonwealth for all.
We’ll be calling voters about contacting their state legislators about key issues.

K-12 Education Budget Update (via Zoom Tuesday, February 24)
2026-02-24 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
K-12 Education Budget Update (via Zoom Tuesday, February 24)
In this new year and new budget season, we have an important opportunity to push for critical funding for public schools and students!
On Tuesday, February 24, MEJA and MassBudget will host a K-12 education budget update and conversation via Zoom.

MassBudget will share about the State budget, and MEJA and our partners will facilitate smaller breakout discussions connecting the State budget to key local budgets.

Will you join us?
Register here! –> https://bit.ly/edbudgetwinter26

"Power Lunch" Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 2/19/26
2026-02-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
“Power Lunch” Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 2/19
What comes after calling your state rep and state senator? Getting others to do so as well.
Join Progressive Mass for our “Power Lunch” phone bank series, where we will be building our collective power in service of a better Commonwealth for all.
We’ll be calling voters about contacting their state legislators about key issues.

Activist Afternoons Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 2/15/26
2026-02-15 15:30 - 17:00 | Zoom
Activist Afternoons Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 2/15
What comes after calling your state rep and state senator? Getting others to do so as well.
Join Progressive Mass for our “Power Lunch” phone bank series, where we will be building our collective power in service of a better Commonwealth for all.
We’ll be calling voters about contacting their state legislators about key issues.

Valentine's Day Vigil for Dignity and Freedom
2026-02-12 16:30 - 18:00 | Massachusetts State House
Valentine’s Day Vigil for Dignity and Freedom
The FreeHer Campaign has held a rally at the MA State House for Valentine’s Day every year since 2022 to send love to women inside MCI-Framingham, and call for decarceration and an end to new prison construction. This year we will hold a vigil for the grief and rage families are feeling while being torn apart by incarceration and deportation. As always, we will uplift the voices of women inside MCI-Framingham. Join us any time from 4:30 to 6:00 pm to demand the release of women, stopping the $360 million women’s prison project, getting ICE out of Massachusetts, and investing in what our communities need to thrive. We will provide candles and welcome you to bring signs. We will be outside so please dress for the weather.

"Power Lunch" Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 2/12/26
2026-02-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
“Power Lunch” Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 2/12
What comes after calling your state rep and state senator? Getting others to do so as well.
Join Progressive Mass for our “Power Lunch” phone bank series, where we will be building our collective power in service of a better Commonwealth for all.
We’ll be calling voters about contacting their state legislators about key issues.

Progressive Brookline's Launch Party!
2026-02-11 19:00 - 21:00
Progressive Brookline’s Launch Party!
You’re invited! Join Progressive Brookline for our chapter launch party on Wednesday, February 11th at 7:00 PM. Please RSVP! Once registered, we will send you a follow-up email with the party location and details closer to the event.

Community Defense Training!
2026-02-05 18:30 - 20:00 | PSF Community Center, 640 Washington Street, Boston, MA, 02135
Allston-Brighton Progressives Community Defense Training!

We are so thrilled to offer a long anticipated Community Defense Training on THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5TH at 6:30PM!

This Community Defense Training, facilitated by Elaine Almquist, is for anyone who wants to learn how to create a Massachusetts that affirms the dignity of all its members, and especially our immigrant community members. Learn your rights, and how to stand up against ICE in our communities now. Current members & nonmembers are all welcome.

Learn about:

The state of ICE in MA
Preparing our Community for Safety
Knowing Your Rights
What to do if you See ICE
Supporting our Immigrant Community Members
Front-line organizations

Have accessibility questions? Email ABprogressives@gmail.com to confirm your requirements or request more information.

"Power Lunch" Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 2/5/26
2026-02-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
“Power Lunch” Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 2/5
What comes after calling your state rep and state senator? Getting others to do so as well.
Join Progressive Mass for our “Power Lunch” phone bank series, where we will be building our collective power in service of a better Commonwealth for all.
We’ll be calling voters about contacting their state legislators about key issues.

Progressive Mass 2026 Annual Member Meeting
2026-01-31 13:00 - 17:00 | DeWitt Hall, Lasell University, 80 Maple Street, Newton, MA, 02466
Progressive Mass 2026 Annual Member Meeting

Join us for our 2026 annual member meeting!
We’ll be talking about how to build pressure for our legislative priorities, honing our organizing skills, and getting ready for the suite of 2026 ballot questions. Stay tuned for information about speakers, breakout sessions, and more.
Our Annual Meeting is open to everyone. However, you must be a member to vote for members up for election or re-election to the Board. You also must be a member to nominate yourself or someone else for election.

Need to check your membership status? You can do so here.
Not yet a member but want to be one? Join us here!

"Power Lunch" Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 1/29
2026-01-29 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
“Power Lunch” Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 1/29
What comes after calling your state rep and state senator? Getting others to do so as well.
Join Progressive Mass for our “Power Lunch” phone bank series, where we will be building our collective power in service of a better Commonwealth for all.
We’ll be calling voters about contacting their state legislators about key issues.

Declaration of Independence from ICE
2026-01-29 10:30 - 12:00
Declaration of Independence from ICE
As ICE agents shoot, kill, and execute people in Minnesota, the people in Massachusetts stand in solidarity with the people in Minnesota: ICE out of Minnesota, ICE out of MA, and ICE out from all of our communities.
Join Indivisible Mass Coalition, Progressive Mass, ACLU-MA, MIRA, Brazilian Center, and Field First this Thursday, January 29 from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm at the MA State House to talk with your legislators and demand action now.

RSVP here.
You can also join a prep webinar tomorrow, Wednesday January 28 at 7:00 pm to get talking points to help facilitate a productive conversation with your legislator.
Register for the webinar here.

Progressive Brookline - January General Meeting
2026-01-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
Progressive Brookline – January General Meeting
Please use this form to RSVP for our General Meeting. The meeting will be held on Zoom on Sunday, January 25 from 10am to 11am. The Zoom link will be sent out before the meeting.

"Power Lunch" Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 1/22
2026-01-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
“Power Lunch” Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 1/22
What comes after calling your state rep and state senator? Getting others to do so as well.
Join Progressive Mass for our “Power Lunch” phone bank series, where we will be building our collective power in service of a better Commonwealth for all.
We’ll be calling voters about contacting their state legislators about key issues.

RCV Day 2026: Massachusetts Lobby Day
2026-01-22 11:00 - 15:00 | Massachusetts State House
RCV Day 2026: Massachusetts Lobby Day

Join advocates from across Massachusetts for Ranked Choice Voting Day—a full day of action, celebration, and community as we push to strengthen democracy in the Commonwealth.
🏛 RCV Lobby Day | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
We’ll gather at the Massachusetts State House for coordinated constituent meetings with legislators to urge support for Ranked Choice Voting. No prior lobbying experience needed—training and materials will be provided.
⛸ Celebration Skate at the Frog Pond | After 3:00 PM
Once lobby meetings wrap, we’ll head across the street to the Frog Pond for a free community skate—on us for everyone who participates in Lobby Day. A joyful way to close out the afternoon.

🍽 Dinner + Watch Party | Evening
After skating, we’ll regroup at the Cambridge Innovation Center (50 Milk St, Boston) for dinner, refreshments, and community time.
📺 National RCV Day Call | 8:00–9:00 PM
We’ll wrap the day by watching the national RCV Day call together, lifting up Massachusetts’ momentum as part of the growing nationwide movement for fairer elections.

Why attend?
✔ Meet directly with your elected officials
✔ Connect with democracy advocates from across MA
✔ Celebrate RCV Day with skating, food, and community
✔ Be part of a coordinated national moment for reform
👉 Lobby Day participation unlocks the free skate + evening celebration
Rank democracy. Build power. Celebrate together.

"Power Lunch" Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 1/15
2026-01-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
“Power Lunch” Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 1/15
What comes after calling your state rep and state senator? Getting others to do so as well.
Join Progressive Mass for our “Power Lunch” phone bank series, where we will be building our collective power in service of a better Commonwealth for all.
We’ll be calling voters about contacting their state legislators about key issues.

PWRR Community Meeting - Jan 13
2026-01-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Square Root Cafe, 2 Corinth Street, Boston, MA, 02131
PWRR Community Meeting – Jan 13
It’s time to get together – connect, chat, meet candidates, reflect on 2025, and plan for 2026. There will be lots of ways to get involved! Join us on Jan 13 at The Square Root. RSVP (helps us plan). FB event. Square Root is usually closed Tuesday evenings; they’re opening for us; come and eat.
MA campaign systems offer many advantages to incumbents, and Senator Rush and Congressman Lynch have each had more than two decades in office to show you who they are. So, we’re offering this opportunity to meet challengers: Persis Yu, running for State Senate, and Patrick Roath, running for Congress. These are not endorsements; it’s important to meet candidates before we get to the endorsement process coming this spring.

"Power Lunch" Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 1/8
2026-01-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
“Power Lunch” Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 1/8
What comes after calling your state rep and state senator? Getting others to do so as well.
Join Progressive Mass for our “Power Lunch” phone bank series, where we will be building our collective power in service of a better Commonwealth for all.
We’ll be calling voters about contacting their state legislators about key issues.

"Power Lunch" Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 12/18
2025-12-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
“Power Lunch” Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 12/18
What comes after calling your state rep and state senator? Getting others to do so as well.
Join Progressive Mass for our “Power Lunch” phone bank series, where we will be building our collective power in service of a better Commonwealth for all.
We’ll be calling voters about contacting their state legislators about key issues.

"Power Lunch" Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 12/11
2025-12-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
“Power Lunch” Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 12/11
What comes after calling your state rep and state senator? Getting others to do so as well.
Join Progressive Mass for our “Power Lunch” phone bank series, where we will be building our collective power in service of a better Commonwealth for all.
We’ll be calling voters about contacting their state legislators about key issues.

Stand up and Speak Out for Immigrants in Massachusetts
2025-12-04 12:30 - 13:30 | Boston City Hall Plaza, 1 City Hall Square, Boston, MA, 02203
Stand up and Speak Out for Immigrants in Massachusetts
Immigrants with work authorization, temporary protected status and other legal permissions—including union members—are being threatened and/or detained, along with other Massachusetts residents,
in the federal administration’s vicious campaign of mass deportation. Join us to share their stories and build opposition!
Organized by 32BJ SEIU | 26 West Street,
Boston, MA 02111 | 617-523-6150
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4 • 12:30 PM
BOSTON CITY HALL PLAZA

"Power Lunch" Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 12/4
2025-12-04 12:00 - 13:00
“Power Lunch” Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 12/4
What comes after calling your state rep and state senator? Getting others to do so as well.
Join Progressive Mass for our “Power Lunch” phone bank series, where we will be building our collective power in service of a better Commonwealth for all.
We’ll be calling voters about contacting their state legislators about key issues.

Protecting Massachusetts Communities: Rally & Hearing
2025-11-25 09:00 - 14:00 | Massachusetts State House
Federal immigration agents have been terrorizing communities across Massachusetts in service of Donald Trump’s xenophobic, hateful agenda. Families are torn apart, workplaces stripped of employees, and documented immigrants have feared their status will be revoked. Massachusetts can and must take action to better protect our communities.
Three key pro-immigrant bills will have hearings next week:

Safe Communities Act (H.2580 / S.1681), which would end the voluntary involvement of our public safety officials in civil immigration matters
Dignity Not Deportations Act (H.1588 / S.1122), which would prohibit sheriffs from voluntarily renting beds to ICE and ban agreements to deputize state and local law enforcement to ICE
Immigrant Legal Defense Act (H.1954 / S.1127), which would ensure that immigrants navigating our complex immigration courts have legal representation and make permanent a recent budgetary appropriation

Join us at the State House next Tuesday for a rally and the hearings fo rthese bills.
Protect Massachusetts Communities | Pre-Hearing Rally
Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Massachusetts State House | Room 428

The Dignity Not Deportations bill and the Immigrant Legal Defense Act will have hearings at 10 am in Room A2. Information here.
The Safe Communities Act will have a hearing at 11:30 am in Gardner Auditorium. Information here.
If you are unable to attend in person, you may log into the livestream of the hearing at the Massachusetts Legislature website.

"Power Lunch" Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 11/20
2025-11-20 12:00 - 13:00
“Power Lunch” Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 11/20
What comes after calling your state rep and state senator? Getting others to do so as well.
Join Progressive Mass for our “Power Lunch” phone bank series, where we will be building our collective power in service of a better Commonwealth for all.
We’ll be calling voters about contacting their state legislators about key issues.

MA Fights Back: Strengthening Our Democracy: What It Takes
2025-11-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom
MA Fights Back: Strengthening Our Democracy: What It Takes
With less than one year until the 2026 elections, the health of our democracy is on all of our minds. What do we need to do to ensure free and fair elections, and how do we make sure that MA is a leader and not a laggard when it comes to voting rights?
We’ll hear from experts about what we can do to make a difference.
Speakers:
Justin Lam, Brennan Center for Justice
David Weinberg, Protect Democracy
Marisol Santiago, MassVOTE
Shanique Rodriguez, MA Voter Table

"Power Lunch" Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 11/13
2025-11-13 12:00 - 13:00
“Power Lunch” Phone Bank with Progressive Mass: 11/13
What comes after calling your state rep and state senator? Getting others to do so as well.
Join Progressive Mass for our “Power Lunch” phone bank series, where we will be building our collective power in service of a better Commonwealth for all.
We’ll be calling voters about contacting their state legislators about key issues.

RAINY DAY ACTION WITH RAISE UP MASSACHUSETTS
2025-11-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Massachusetts State House
RAINY DAY ACTION WITH RAISE UP MASSACHUSETTS
Please join the Raise Up Massachusetts Coalition for a rally where we ask state legislators to use just 15% (~$1.2B) of the state’s reserve fund (a.k.a. the ‘Rainy Day Fund’) to offset devastating federal cuts to SNAP, education, and healthcare. We’ll also ask legislators to prioritize the people of Massachusetts over billionaire corporation’s profits, by passing our Mass. Corporate Fair Share bill and opting out of the five most costly and regressive corporate tax provisions of the new federal tax law.

Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Location: Front Staircase, Beacon Street, Massachusetts State House, Boston
What to bring: Bring an umbrella☔️ to signal to legislators that we must tap the ‘Rainy Day Fund’!

If you have any questions, please reach out to Crisayda at crisayda@field-first.com. We look forward to seeing you there!

Dignity not Deportations Advocacy Day
2025-11-13 09:30 - 12:00 | Massachusetts State House
Dignity not Deportations Advocacy Day
Join the Religious Action Center-Massachusetts team and our coalition partners for a day of action at the Massachusetts State House! On November 13th, we will come together and mobilize in support of the Dignity not Deportations Act. Your critical voice is needed to meet with your state senators and representatives and encourage them to say no to Trump’s mass deportation agenda and end ICE contracts in MA.
